Istria, life as it should be...
Amazing views wherever you go
White, gray and red, Istria is a land whose diversity is almost unique in the Mediterranean. This heart-shaped piece of land deeply immersed into the blue waters of the Adriatic, is a secluded garden of nature and extraordinary beauty.
A look from above reveals this special Istrian palette: in the north, the undulating peninsula mildly comes down to the sea with its white calcareous hills, in its center it reveals its grey plateaus rich in water; on the southwest its low-lying valley flames in the heat of its characteristic red soil. Istrian landscapes are unique.
Look at its coast - west and south fi lled with indented shapes, numerous islands and islets, gentle bays, mild coves covered with pebbles and natural ports freshened by landward breeze, exuding a genuine Mediterranean charm...
The crystal clear Adriatic Sea
Whether you choose hidden coves with white pebbles, small or larger bays, or rocky sundrenched fragrant reefs, the pure and intact Istrian beaches are true wonders of nature. Though it has always been easier to capture them in paintings than describe them in words, you just have to think about them and the sight will emerge before your eyes.
While the sun is at its zenith, and the maestral wind (landward breeze) blows lightly over the pine-trees crowns whose branches yearn for the azure of the high seas, you can leisurely sprawl on a warm white rock in a hidden cove enjoying the sound of cicadas.
Run your fingers through the pebbles sparkling under the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic, while your lungs fill with fragrances of the Mediterranean.
Breathtaking history
Three thousand years of history waiting to be discovered aking a walk along the magical paths of the rich and tempestuous past, you will arrive at a noble interchange of civilizations on a piece of land whose cultural arboretum has been settled from the time of the Histrians, Celts, Romans and Lombards, over Byzantine, the Slavs and Venetians, to Franks and the Austrian-Hungarian Empire.
With its autochthonous gods, its magical world of Glagolitsa, its unique musical scale, Istria is a land whose authenticity simply lures you.
Here you will find a town that, like Rome, lies on seven hills and boasts And then you might see why it is so special. Start from the beautiful towns on thecoast then go to the green inland of the peninsula. In Rovinj you will recognize the contours and heritage of Venice, in Pazin the spirit of Austria will speak for itself. Whether it is Grožnjan, Završje, Oprtalj or the smallest town in the world, Hum, a walk though its stony streets will quickly become a magical journey through history.
Unique flavours
Whether you chose delicacies of the sea or a delicious truffle, the golden drops of the autochthonous Istarska Malvazija, the fragrant Momjan Muscat or ruby-coloured Teran that Casanova used to refresh himself with, these superb pleasures will stay in your memory forever...
High ratings of the Istrian cuisine worldwide have been proven, for a number of years, by its inclusion in many internationally renowned enogastronomic guidebooks: Michelin Guide, Jeunes Restaurateurs d'Europe (JRE), Le Guide de L’Espresso....
In addition to its culinary delicacies, Istria has exceptional wines and magnificent olive oils as well: in 2021 Flos Olei, the popular Bible of extra virgin olive oils, pronunced Istria the world's leading region in extra virgin olive oil production for the 6th consecutive year!
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